The Workshop
Update on the Toolbox
I love my scraper; if I had to choose between scraper and digital caliper for most useful tool, I am not sure which would win out. Probably the scraper, as I think I could replace the caliper with a ruler and some squinting. I’m sharing a snap of my new scraper, smaller than the other and with a surprisingly nice edge. This is especially handy for getting at awkward angles, and it excels at lifting small pieces.
Experimenting with 3D Printing Infill Patterns!
How many types of patterns are there? The Bambu Wiki lists thirteen. Thirteen! I had no idea! What are the thirteen different types used for, specifically? And what do they look like? Not only do I want to see examples of how the patterns look, but I wonder how the different patterns handle curves and corners. I lined up six identical shapes, then applied a different infill pattern to each one. In order they are Line, Rectilinear, Grid, Gyroid, Honeycomb, and Lightning patterns. Halfway through the print I’m going to stop it, then share the results.
3D Printing Supports: Threshhold Angle and Build Plate Only Settings! (Part 2)
“No matter the angle, exceeding the threshold without supports resulted in an impossible situation.”
3D Printing Supports, Normal vs Tree! (Part 1)
Since I opted for lettering on the model, I wanted supports suitable for a more detailed print. I’ve found tree supports to be far better at preserving detail than the default blocky ones. The tree supports are often easier to remove too, probably because less of their surface touches the print. I ended up selecting the tree(auto) option for Type and default for Style.
PLA, PETG, and ABS: Which filament type do you need for your 3D Print?
A pause while I considered this new information. Filament quality can be different? The rolls look basically the same to me, but for the color. Clearly I was missing some important knowledge.
My Toolbox
I went to youtube for help, and discovered a secret that would change my 3D printing life: chisels. I wish I could find that video again - it was made by a carpenter who did 3D printing as a side hobby, and not only was it a good video, but I also suspect he has other great 3D print videos. If I find it again, I’ll link it.